Obituaries
LIONEL HELTON
Apr 19, 2024
Lionel Helton departed this life at Touro Infirmary Hospital on Friday, April 19, 2024, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Marrero, LA. Lionel was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System. He was a retired Building Engineer and a member of the Mellow Fellow Baseball Social Club. Beloved father of...
KENNETH LASHANE MATTHEWS, SR.
Apr 17, 2024
Kenneth l. Matthews, Sr. departed this life at University Medical Center on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the age of 42. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Kenneth attended Nicholls State University, and he was employed with Dickie Brennans as a supervisor. Beloved husband of Lakisha Frank Matthews. Devoted father of Kenneth L. Matthews, Jr., Da’Vontae,...
STEVE WILLIAMS
Apr 17, 2024
Steve Williams, age 36, Dean of Students at Edna Karr High School, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Steve was a graduate of Heritage Academy High School and Oakwood University. He later earned his master’s degree from Walden University. Steve was a faithful...
VERNA CHOPIN BOYD
Apr 17, 2024
Verna C. Boyd entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the age of 69. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Verna was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and she was employed as a caregiver. Beloved mother of Shawn M. Boyd Sr., and Brandon Boyd. Daughter of the...
LEOMA HOGAN ROBINSON
Apr 15, 2024
Leoma Theresa Hogan Robinson entered peacefully into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, April 15, 2024, at the age of 71. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Leoma was a 1970 graduate of L. B. High School, where she was a member of the choir. She was formerly employed...
WALLACE JASPER
Apr 12, 2024
Wallace Jasper entered into eternal rest at The Sanctuary at Passages Hospice on Friday, April 12, 2024, at the age of 85. He was a native of Houma, La and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Wallace served his country in the UnIted States Navy and retired after 30 years. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal,...
EDWA HOUSTON
Apr 11, 2024
Edwa “Ninnee” Benine Houston, a caregiver, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the age of 58. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. “Ninnee”, as she was affectionately known to family and friends, was a graduate of McDonogh 35 Senior High School and she attended...
RAYMOND CHARLES ALLEN, JR.
Apr 11, 2024
Raymond Charles Allen, Jr. departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the age 48. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Raymond was employed with FMT Shipyard and Repair as a machinist. Beloved husband of Adrian Green Allen. Loving father of Raymond, Damond, Darius, Daquel, and Rayel...
SANDRA ROBINSON STEVENS
Apr 10, 2024
Sandra Robinson Stevens, age 64, transitioned peacefully at Slidell Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Newton, MS and a longtime resident of Westwego, LA. Sandra was educated in the Jefferson Parish Public School System. She was formerly employed as a custodian at Worley Middle School in Westwego, LA. Sandra...
IDELL BRIGNAC
Apr 10, 2024
Idell Hill Brignac, age 79, transitioned peacefully on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at West Jefferson Medical Center. She was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Idell was formerly employed as a Hospitality Worker and Head Start Cook. Beloved wife of Stafford Brignac. Devoted mother of Brittany Brignac (Renard Trufant), Frank Cypress (Yolanda Harris), and...
SHIRLEY MAE JONES
Apr 10, 2024
Shirley Mae Jones entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the age of 77. She was a native of White Castle, LA, and a resident of Avondale, LA. Shirley was a graduate of the Ibberville Parish School District and certified in Early Childhood Education. She was a Daycare Owner and director for over 30 years. Beloved wife of...
WILLIE OSBORNE FRAZIER
Apr 9, 2024
Willie O. Frazier entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the age of 58. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of Tammie Frazier. Loving father of Willie Armstrong and Felicia Levasseur. Grandfather of Tyreial, Asia, Ulysses, IV, Alyssa, Willie, Jr. and Wynter. Great grandfather...
RIGEL RUDD RODNEY
Apr 9, 2024
Rigel Rudd Rodney entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the age of 43. He was a native of Trinidad and Tobago and a resident of Harvey, LA. Rigel was employed as a pipefitter 1. Loving father of Kaylah and Kiara Rodney. Beloved son of Roland Rodney and Rose Baker. Brother of Rondell, Ronald, Richie, and Rhonda Rodney,...
BIANCO MARIE YOUNG
Apr 8, 2024
Bianco Marie Young entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the age of 55. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Bianco was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She was an entrepreneur. Devoted mother of Mikequil K. Young, Monchel K. Young, and DeMichael K. Young; adopted mother...
RODNEY EUGENE BURNS
Apr 7, 2024
Rodney Eugene Burns departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 59. He was a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Marrero, LA. Rodney was educated in the Jefferson Parish and Orleans Parish School System. “Lil Shorty”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends enjoyed cooking, dancing,...
SYLVIA ANTOINETTE RILEY
Apr 7, 2024
Sylvia Antoinette Riley, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 64. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Devoted mother of Chiquita Riley, Kendell Riley, Sherika Riley, and Sheitera Riley. Beloved daughter of Alvin Riley, Sr. and Sarah Riley. Granddaughter of...
EVONNIE DIVINITY ODOMS
Apr 6, 2024
Evonnie Divinity Odoms, age 69, entered peacefully into eternal rest at East Jefferson General Hospital on Saturday, April 6, 2024. She was a native of Hazelhurst, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. Evonnie was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and briefly studied accounting at Xavier University. She discovered her passion and purpose was helping people and...
PRESS SHORTER, III
Apr 4, 2024
Press Shorter, III departed this life at Rapides Regional Medical Center on Thursday April 4, 2024, at the age of 32. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Press was a self-employed mechanic. Loving father of Mila Shorter and Brooklyn Singleton. Beloved son of Ella Shorter and the late Press Shorter, Jr. Grandson...
EVAN KISHON LEE
Apr 3, 2024
Evan “Wiggles” Ki’shon Lee departed this world on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the tender age of 21. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Evan bright smile and kindhearted nature left an indelible mark on those who were fortunate to have crossed paths with him. He approached every challenge with courage and determination. As a result,...
JOYCELYN BUTLER OWENS
Apr 1, 2024
Joycelyn Butler Owens entered eternal rest on Monday, April 1, 2024, at the age of 88 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was a native of Modeste, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Joycelyn was a retired nurse with Charity Hospital. She was a faithful member of New Zion Baptist Church, and she served on the Women’s...
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